Our popular Export University program is back in-person in Greensboro, North Carolina on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. At this one-day workshop, we will present the fundamentals of running a successful export business, with topics and speakers reflecting the most current global trends, challenges, and opportunities. The Export University program is designed to educate both new […]

Construction Quality Management for Contractors This course is required by both the Army Corp of Engineers (COE) and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) for contractors doing business aboard military installations. The CQM program covers the following topics: what is CQM, Contractor and Government Responsibilities, Quality Management Planning, the Contractor's QC Plan, the Governments QA Plan, […]

Join us for a week of SWCS-driven fun, history, honors and more... while we cerebrate the "Past, Present and Future" of U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, the Special Operations Center of Excellence. Highlighted Events include: Sunset Liberty March Alumni Homecoming with student and cadre interactions and SWCS 2030 update Wreath laying ceremony Language, Education, and […]

Why Attend? Mission accomplishment requires close collaboration and strong relationships with critical stakeholders. The 2024 DLA Energy Worldwide Energy Conference highlights the importance of partnerships across the entire spectrum of the energy supply chain and provides a forum for energy industry leaders to engage in dialogue about issues critical to both industry and consumers. Our […]

The State Energy Conference provides actionable insight into the business of energy, connecting technical innovation, diverse resources and industry opportunity to help drive North Carolina's regional energy economy forward with national impact. The 2024 State Energy Conference will be held in person at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh, NC. Come to network, learn best practices, […]

Annual Networking Conference Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach, SC May 1-3, 2024 Agenda WEDNESDAY, 5/1/24 12:00PM – 3:00PM Top Golf Event 6:00PM – 8:00PM Networking Reception THURSDAY, 5/2/24 BOD BREAKFAST & MEETING 7:00AM – 9:00AM GENERAL SESSION10:00AM – 4:00PM 10:00AM – 10:15AM Welcome Remarks: Britt Moore, President SEAMS 10:15AM – 11:15AM Keynote: Cindy […]

FREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit) Be a part of OSHA’s 2024 Fall Stand Down by joining us for a free webinar on May 6! Each year falls account for more than a third of fatalities in the construction industry and we know that the majority of them are preventable. Led by […]

Who Should Attend Manufacturing professionals, frontline workers, team leaders, and technology enthusiasts looking to harness the power of AI to optimize manufacturing processes and overcome industry challenges. REGISTER TO ATTEND Frontline workers in manufacturing face numerous challenges daily. From managing complex processes to ensuring safety protocols are followed, their responsibilities are crucial. But what if […]

Hosted by the Small Business Center of  Guilford Technical Community College.  This one-day event is a collaboration between the Small Business and= Technology Development Centers and the Small Business Center Network.  […]

The North Carolina manufacturing conference, MFGCON, is the annual state event that provides opportunities to collaborate with industry experts and business peers to advance the manufacturing industry. Networking is an important […]

This course is required by both the Army Corp of Engineers (COE) and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) for contractors doing business aboard military installations. The CQM program covers the […]

REGISTER HERE! ***Deadline to register is April 19th 35 science-focused startup companies will again be selected for a cohort to attend a 2 Day training program to receive strategic guidance matching company’s technology to appropriate agency, targeted support to submit a competitive Phase I SBIR/STTR application during the 2024 calendar year and business coaching from […]

May 16 2024 In-Person DARPA, Duke University, FORSCOM CTO, Raytheon: "Intersections of Artificial Intelligence, NextGen CHIPS , and Microelectronics Mfg." Speakers & Panelists * DARPA, Dr. Dev Palmer, MGD NextGen Microelectronics Mfg. * Duke University, Dr. Yiran Chen, Distinguished Professor * Army FORSCOM, Colonel Travis Hartman, PhD, CTO * Raytheon, Dr. Michael Salpukas Sr. Engineering […]

REGISTER HERE! ***Deadline to register is April 19th 35 science-focused startup companies will again be selected for a cohort to attend a 2 Day training program to receive strategic guidance matching company’s technology to appropriate agency, targeted support to submit a competitive Phase I SBIR/STTR application during the 2024 calendar year and business coaching from […]

International Trade Agreements – E-commerce and Services in the Cloud What legal challenges do cloud-based services such as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS present for international business? What are some practical contract terms that are needed? How do international privacy, telecom or export laws affect online or cloud services? Presenters: Charlie Raphun & Vince Eisinger with […]

Join us for our next Export Coffee Talk on May 29 from 10-11am EST for insights on How to Market Your Business: From Brand Development to Amplification. For a business, setting the foundation for your brand before marketing yourself is critical. Once you have developed the fundamentals of your brand to include messaging, values, and […]

Strategies for Success in an Evolving Business Landscape Save the date for this one-day, in-person small business summit in the heart of downtown Wilmington. The theme for this one-day, in-person event is Navigate the Future; Strategies for success in an evolving business landscape. Entrepreneurs will understand strategies for success in a new business world. Business […]

FREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit) Join our upcoming webinar featuring Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Wastes. You will gain essential knowledge related to understanding what is meant […]

Topic: Start-up Assistance A business plan can be the most important tool for a small business owner. Learn how to turn your ideas into a solid plan for financing and […]

Description This webinar is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics include: * levels of federal purchasing * how the federal government buys products, construction and engineering, […]